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MSI GT72VR overview

With the 17.3" GT72VR Dominator Notebook from MSI you'll be able to experience VR games and applications for a different level of computing. It's equipped with a 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7-6700HQ Quad-Core processor and 16GB of 2400 MHz DDR4 RAM, so you can efficiently multitask and quickly access frequently used files and programs. When handling a heavy workload, the CPU can reach up to 3.5 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost technology. Its performance can be further upgraded by installing additional RAM modules into its two vacant slots, up to a max capacity of 64GB.

The 17.3" display is built with an IPS (In-Plane Switching) panel, which provides you with wide viewing angles and vivid color reproduction. It also has a 1920 x 1080 native resolution for crisp and clear HD content. Furthermore, it features NVIDIA G-Sync technology, which syncs the display's refresh rate to the graphics card's frame rate output reducing tearing and stuttering for smoother gameplay. Driven by a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card with 6GB of GDDR5 VRAM, this notebook will let you enable additional graphical options and crank up in-game visual settings so you can enjoy games at their best. The HDMI and Mini-DisplayPort can be used to connect external displays for more screen real-estate.

Store your files and games in its 256GB M.2 SSD and 1TB 7200 rpm HDD. SSDs are constructed without any moving parts and can thus endure more and perform faster than the traditional hard drive. This will let you boot up and load applications and games in seconds. The hard drive won't be as fast, but its 1TB capacity makes it ideal for photos, videos, and other large files. Should you need more space, you can connect external storage devices using its multiple USB ports as well as its media card reader, which also lets you quickly transfer files from your mobile devices.

Connect to the Internet using 802.11ac Dual-Band Wi-Fi or the Gigabit Ethernet port for a more stable and reliable wired connection. Dual-Band Wi-Fi will give you access to the 5 GHz band that can provide you with much faster speeds. In case you run out of USB ports or would rather save them for other devices, you can pair compatible wireless peripherals using Bluetooth 4.0 technology. Other integrated features include a SuperMulti DVD drive that will let you read and write optical media, speakers, microphones, a subwoofer, a 1080p webcam, and a backlit keyboard so you can type in the dark. The operating system installed is Windows 10 Home.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series Graphics Cards

NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 10-series graphics cards can deliver up to a 40% increase in performance over the previous generation. Not only are they powerful, they can deliver similar performance to their desktop counterparts with a slight performance difference. This changes mobile gaming, allowing you to max out your game's visuals settings so you can enjoy it at its best. Furthermore, 10-series graphics cards are VR ready so plug in your favorite headset for a new computing experience.

Intel 6th Generation Processor

Intel's 6th generation processor, codename Skylake, is built on the 14nm architecture and consumes less power while delivering better performance than its predecessors. Combined with Shift technology, you'll be able to adjust your processor's performance for a balance between noise and temperature.

IPS Display

Built with an In-Plane Switching (IPS) panel, the display will provide you with wide viewing angles and vivid colors for an immersive viewing experience.

NVIDIA G-SYNC Technology

NVIDIA G-Sync technology syncs the display's refresh rate with the graphics card's frame rate output to reduce stuttering, screen tearing, and input lag for a more responsive and lag-free experience.

Cooler Boost 4

Cooler Boost 4 features dedicated heat pipes and heatsinks for the GPU and CPU to eliminate heat. Furthermore, the fans are strategically placed for maximum cooling efficiency so you can game longer.

Game wherever you want, even in dimly lit environments with the backlit SteelSeries keyboard. It ensures accurate inputs and a solid feedback so you have a more responsive typing or gaming experience. The silver lining print lasts longer so you won't have to worry about wear and tear.

SSE3

SteelSeries Engine 3 GameSense links your game to your keyboard and lets you play more intuitively. With backlit colors and LED brightness adjustments, you'll receive real-time game stats such as ammo levels, health amount, tool durability, and more.

Nahimic 2

Nahimic 2 audio software offers high definition sound technology that provides 3D virtual surround sound. With it, you'll be able to easily locate enemies based on their steps and actions. Combine it with the visual Sound Tracker to see where the noise is coming from.

Thunderbolt 3

Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 3 port.

Killer DoubleShot Pro

Killer DoubleShot Pro combines your wired and wireless Internet connection to provide you with lag-free gaming. It also lets you manually adjust a program's priority so that it gets the bandwidth you need.

Get a one year premium license to Xsplit Gamecaster and easily stream and share your gaming moments with your friends and fans.

Windows 10

Start Menu

After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8's Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.

Cortana

Microsoft's digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Notebook, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.

Microsoft Edge

After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.

Windows Store

For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.

Windows Continuum

Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it's not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.

Xbox on Windows 10

Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.